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Y163 JDV

2001 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,325 mi
Last recorded48,325 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GT55031,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY163 JDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 48,325 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 48,262 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 48,256 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 47,856 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 47,850 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at collector (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected holding on to revs (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2021 47,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer not fitted correctly (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 47,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer not fitted correctly (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Vehicle identification number not displayed ***** hidden under fairing bracket-needs modifying *********** (0.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 46,780 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 41,859 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 40,611 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 39,004 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 37,386 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 37,386 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 35,603 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 33,587 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 31,679 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2011 29,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,539 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,721 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,503 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 20,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 16,529 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?

Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
707
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
2,006
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 168
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 153
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 124
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
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Y163 JDV is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,678 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GT550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y163 JDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y163 JDV registered?

Y163 JDV is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 June 2001.

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